Experiencing Empowered Aging With Robin Kencel

Getting old should not limit you from doing the things you love or enjoying a purposeful life. At 67 years old, Robin Kencel proves that experiencing empowered aging is never impossible. She joins Zach Gurick to discuss how she redefines what it means to age well, solidified by her title of Miss Connecticut Senior America 2025 and a seven-time winner in Pro-Am ballroom dance. Now a spiritual director who is set to compete in the Miss Senior America, Robin talks about the five pillars of aging to guide older people in strengthening their emotional selves and nurturing meaningful relationships. She also shares how she is following the footsteps of her 92-year-old mother and the importance of starting her day with intention.

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Chapters:

[00:00] – Introduction

[02:48] – Do What You Love No Matter What

[07:04] – Becoming Miss Connecticut Senior America 2025

[15:06] – Breaking Down The Five Pillars Of Aging

[16:50] – Why It Is Never Too Late To Start Something New

[20:44] – Experiences And Insights On Working In A Nursing Home

[25:52] – Robin’s Work As A Spiritual Director

[30:48] – Benefits Of Working Out Every Morning

[32:14] – How To Start A Blood Type Diet

[34:57] – Tracking Your Sleep With An Aura Ring

[37:10] – What’s Next For Robin’s Work On Empowered Aging

[38:20] – Get In Touch With Robin